
Day 41: Attachments and Desires (The Confessions of St. Augustine)
Catholic Classics
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The Battle Against Temptations
This chapter delves into the ongoing struggle against the allure of overindulgence, seeking mercy and strength to maintain self-control. Themes of gratitude, obedience to commandments, and the battle against concupisance in eating and drinking are prominent. The speaker reflects on the conflict between sensual pleasures and spiritual experiences, emphasizing the need for balance and self-discipline in resisting temptations.
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